🫐 Blueberries May Reduce Allergies in Babies

Good morning. New research suggests that feeding blueberries to babies could help reduce allergy symptoms and boost gut health, giving parents fresh guidance on early nutrition.

Meanwhile, in the depths of the Pacific, scientists have uncovered a “hairy” deep-sea coral and named it after Chewbacca, reminding us that the ocean still holds surprises.

—Stephanie S

A new study from the University of Colorado suggests that feeding blueberries to babies may help reduce allergy symptoms and improve gut health. Researchers found that introducing blueberries as one of the first solid foods can strengthen infants’ immune systems and support healthy gut development.

The clinical trial followed 61 babies, giving some freeze-dried blueberry powder and others a placebo. Babies who consumed blueberries showed improved allergy symptoms, reduced inflammation, and beneficial changes in gut bacteria.

Experts recommend pureeing blueberries for younger infants and mashing or cutting them for older babies to avoid choking risks.

This research highlights the lasting impact of early nutrition and offers parents science-backed guidance for introducing healthy foods.

Scientists have discovered a new deep-sea coral species in the Pacific and named it Iridogorgia chewbacca, inspired by the Star Wars character’s furry look.

The coral’s long, flexible, shiny branches reminded researchers of Chewbacca’s iconic hair. Genetic analysis confirmed it as a unique species.

This discovery highlights the ocean’s hidden biodiversity and the excitement of finding new life in unexpected places.

Jevon Castrillo recently received a letter his mother, Cee Cee Lyles, wrote to his kindergarten teacher in 2001. Cee Cee, a flight attendant and hero of United Flight 93 on 9/11, praised her son's reading in the note.

The letter survived 24 years and several moves, thanks to his teacher, Ms. Thurman, who finally returned it to Jevon.

Reading his mother's words brought tears and a renewed sense of connection. Jevon, now a father, cherishes this lasting reminder of her pride and love.

From the Co-Owner of GNN

Dr. Lidia Morawska, a pioneer in indoor air science, is now co-chairing the Global Commission on Healthy Indoor Air, an initiative of the International WELL Building Institute.

From Brisbane to the global stage, her decades of research reveal how the air we breathe indoors impacts our health, learning and productivity.

The new Commission aims to transform policy and standards worldwide, ensuring clean indoor air becomes a public health priority.

🦛 Kansas: A baby hippo at a zoo refuses to leave the pool until its mom gives it a stern "mom stare," delighting millions online.

🌊 California: Volunteer divers saved a kelp forest by smashing 6 million invasive sea urchins with hammers.

🐸 Australia: Endangered red and yellow mountain frogs have been bred in captivity and released into the wild for the first time

🦫 Canada: A British Columbia teen rescued a week-old baby beaver from river rapids during a tubing trip.

💻 UK: An East London school invested $150,000 to provide every new student with a free uniform and laptop.

— Theodor Adorno

Every day brings amazing advances and uplifting moments that remind us just how wonderful the world can be. Here are five reasons why today is the best time ever to be alive:

🌱 Drone Forests: Drone reforestation projects are planting thousands of trees a day, accelerating ecosystem recovery.

🔬 Science Together: Crowdfunded science projects allow ordinary people to back and participate in groundbreaking research.

🗃️ Digital Archives: International collaborations are digitizing historic archives, preserving culture for future generations.

📈 Data-Driven Farms: Digital farming platforms are giving farmers real-time weather and market data to boost productivity.

☀️ Bright Classrooms: Solar-powered schools are giving students reliable lighting and internet access in remote regions.

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